Leica Q2 Firmware Update (4.0) - Better Dynamic Range, Metering, JPEGs and Video (+ Sample Images)

In todays video we talk about the new Firmware Update to the Leica Q2 and whether or not this fixes (some of) the issues I pointed out in my videos comparing the Leica Q2 to the Fuji X100V.
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[@SamuelStreetlife]

Man if I still had my Q2 I would be so stoked on the updates! The highlight weighted metering combined with the iDR looks so good! Looks like you can finally get a decent preview on your LCD screen. The Auto WB examples at the end also looked very good. Very nice!

[@mezzy8554]

So purchase another one and gives us your impressions Samuel! :D

[@editor0range]

after 3 years, the camera works as intended. great job leica!

[@torsteinv34]

The highlight weighted metering and iDR is a godsend. I tried the Q2 at the Leica store and didn't change any of the factory settings. It was shooting in RAW, and everything was just under and/or overexposed. So dissapointing, but 4.0 with iDR and HWM looks like I can reconsider the camera again :) thank you

[@thomaschipman]

thanks for the update. for future comparison videos, you may want to consider having images side by side at some point in the comparison in order to better appreciate the differences between them.

[@TobisTings]

Will do ... I was actually planning to do that in this video and only now realised that I completely forgot to include any side by side comparisons (sorry). Next time!

[@thomaschipman]

@@TobisTings no worries, i really appreciate you taking the time to put these comparisons together in the first place.

[@jetfuel12]

Thanks Tobis, love your videos on the Q2. Bought one myself last year and overall very happy with it. But I agree with your previous points that JPEG was a bit weak, so I will definitely try this update now. Only thing is I wish JPEG's kept a bit more resolution as the difference in detail vs. RAW is very apparent. I would personally rather spend less time in Lightroom but for the Q2 it's worth it especially for landscape shots.

[@foxtrotgolf5698]

For a moment there, my world stopped when you said “Q3”.

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

After decades of wanting I finally bought a leica the Q2. I shoot a variety of brands and formats very happy with fujifilm the X100f and the Xpro2 are awesome cameras. The Q2 I got on Saturday as the shop was charging the battery I took my X-pro2 for walk and found a street protest. The camera did the business loved the results here if interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJe5p3mqZqqBnKM. Even though I love the fujis I have to say my first impressions of the Q2 are that I'm not too happy with the noise at 3200, I've just done the update, and will test high iso more as I get used to the camera the other thing I love is the build quality it feels absolutely bullet proof which I love as I'm very heavy on my gear. Liked and subbed Tobis cheers XX

[@RemmyMusic1]

I disagree on the firmware update support. this camera being from 2019 shouldn't mean its exempt from updates. iPhones have update support up to 7 years out, and many features are handed down with some not because of hardware limitations. mind you a Q2 is x5 the price of an iPhone so id expect a MUCH longer support cycle

[@TobisTings]

I never meant to say that it shouldn't be this way - quite the opposite. But at least in my experience most camera manufactures simply do not offer the same level of long term support for their cameras as Apple does for their iphone. Thats exactly why I wanted to mention it and commend Leica for doing it this way because its simply not the industry standard in the camera sector. I would love to see more camera makers continue to add new features even years after a camera has been released.

[@jordohayes]

@RemmyMusic. You should know that there are a lot of camera companies who don’t offer firmware updates. Camera companies lack the resources that Apple has. For Leica to do this should be rewarded.

[@RemmyMusic1]

@@jordohayes im surprised its not backed by the law to support hardware with software for at least X number of years. Especially in the EU

[@jordohayes]

@@RemmyMusic1 Putting into law what "support" would cover, especially over time be impossible. Ex: Would just offering an update on a bug be sufficient vs providing new features/massive improvements? The resources alone to support legacy hardware would be a nightmare for most companies as they need to focus on the next product to stay alive.

[@genesultry6447]

@@jordohayes very good point!

[@edt7108]

Always love your videos EDC or photography.

[@TobisTings]

Thanks!

[@Pulsonar]

He’s in love with the Q2, the way he looks at it, long may the honeymoon last 😂

[@Dr-Fabs]

What's your awesome watch? Could you do a video about it? it looks really nice!

[@gam3955]

great video and good new firmware. i think this firmware is what i was waiting for buying one Q2. thanks

[@CrueLoaf]

Nice video and I like your enthusiasm. It’s a fantastic camera. Can you do a Q2 macro vs a Q2 non macro comparison? I’m sure I’ve got better close up shots without switching to macro.

[@capmk]

Thanks for sharing! I also really like the bed metering, habe it on constantly now👍

[@normm7764]

Thanks for the videos. I have had an X100V for about a year and am very pleased with it. Like you, I mostly shoot jpegs. About 6 months ago, I bought a Q2 Mono, which I am in love with. I have been fighting the urge to buy a colour Q2 also. Now that another month has gone by, do you have any further comments about the Q2 with jpegs and the firmware update? Your response would be very much appreciated. Thanks.

[@sc1]

Please do a video on the v5.0 firmware update

[@ericespe3282]

thanks for the details, would be nice to see a video about your recommended settings for a flatter profile in video

[@JohnnieVibes]

As soon as I updated the firmware I lost the ability to view photos via Bluetooth. Leica support hasn’t been able to solve the issue.

[@tiagu_g]

Hey great videos! what sd card do you recommend for 4k 10bit recording?

[@beyourself9162]

I properly would buy a Q in the next 3-5 years. But they need to make the camera with interchangeable lenses. I wont put 6.5 k in Euro on the table for not being able to change the glas…. just my opinion….

[@flatearthphotosociety]

I wanna hear more about your custom X-T4 recipe

[@michelwaquier301]

I didn't get it about the improved video capabities with the upgrade - my specific question is about the support of ElGato (hdmi to usb conv) to use the whole system for video bloging. Can you enlighten me about this point

[@ivesbk]

Thanks, very helpful.

[@savethebees2506]

Does this firmware apply to leica Q1 too? Thanks for reply.

[@maciejpietowski3050]

I'd be nice to have it on the M bodies too.

[@TheChosenOne_]

Welches Rayban Modell ist das denn im Video?

[@Rodge948]

have they anounced a Leica Q3? Nice video:)

[@BenAMPri]

Mich würde dein Setup der JPEG Profile interessieren 😅

[@sphaera3809]

I’m thinking about going for a Q2… I’d love to have something a little better than my x100v, full frame with a Leica lens is very nice. 28 is a little wide for me though… I’m more of 35mm guy, but I could live with it 😉. I think I’ll wait a bit for the Q3 though.

[@darryl_young]

I'm in exactly the same position. Now, a few months later, have you still managed to resist the Q2?

[@aviator201]

how is the continuous autofocus and tracking? I rented a Q2 for a weekend about a year ago and it was very jittery. made me nervous it wasn't focusing correctly and was distracting. how has your experience been here?

[@TobisTings]

It works well enough in my experience, but I get the same feeling of nervousness that you described. Thats why I use it in single shot AF for 95% of the time. Seems to work for the most part and I just switch to C-AF when I want to shoot a moving subject.

[@thezainmirza]

Hi, I recently got the new MacBook pro 16 inch m1 pro 16gb ram however as someone who edits 4k on final cut and photo editing etc should I change it for 32gb ram m1 pro as I would keep this laptop for 5+ years???

[@RTReview.]

Yep

[@EDHBlvd]

Wow. Maybe I need to trade up my M Typ246.

[@RohamBroccoli]

Despite its fantastic build quality with a actually proper mechanical lens(and not focus by wire), and the ability for proper manual/zone focusing(and depth of field marking), the Leica q2 loses an 2 important categories for me(for me): - Size - Low quality JPG engine Fuji X100V wins both categories for me(for me).

[@CrueLoaf]

I have a X100, a Leica M10 and the Q2 beats them all. Tough, weather sealed and reliable.

[@turo9992000]

@@CrueLoaf Same, I have the x100v and q2 and the x100v is not even close.

[@lukerabin5079]

Given the cost, it’s hardly a reason to shout hosannas to the heavens, is it?

[@amoamasamatitagain1715]

Hi, when you talk of taking the camera to New York or Iceland etc, please bear in mind the carbon footprint of your trip. You are actually spending my kids’ climate and it is not yours to spend. Thank you.

[@hughnessyoutube3190]

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